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The Legacy of the War of 1812

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The War of 1812 is an important part of Canadian history. Fought during a period of nation-building in North America, this war helped to cement Caada's sense of national pride having successfully repelled an invasion.

This book helps young readers to understand the importance of this war in modern times, as well as the long-term effects that it has on the nation. From the signing of the Treaty of Ghent that ended hostilities in 1815, to the birth of a national anthem, this book emphasizes the joining of a nation through a common foe.